Shipping & Logistics

New Aframax Tanker Series for Greek Owner

A Greek shipping company has been identified as the client for a new series of Aframax tankers from a South Korean shipyard.

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New Aframax Tanker Series for Greek Owner
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A Greek shipping firm has been confirmed as the customer for a series of Aframax tankers ordered from a South Korean shipbuilding facility. The order comprises six firm vessels, with an additional two optional units.

These tankers are specified as 115,000 deadweight tonnage (dwt) crude carriers. The construction of these vessels will take place at the South Korean yard.

The identification of the client clarifies previous market reports regarding the newbuilding programme. This development represents a significant addition to the company's fleet capacity.

The acquisition of these new Aframax tankers is expected to enhance the owner's operational capabilities within the crude oil transportation sector. Such investments contribute to the ongoing modernisation and expansion of global shipping fleets.

Newbuild orders like this reflect strategic planning by shipping companies to meet future demand and maintain a competitive edge in the maritime industry. The delivery of these vessels will progressively increase available tonnage for crude oil movements.

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Pe baza relatărilor de la Splash 247, published 6 Sept 2026, 21:05 UTC.

Original headline: “Sea Pioneer emerges behind SK Oceanplant aframax haul”.

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Retrieved 7 Sept 2026, 00:01 UTC.

Reported with reference to Splash 247; text independently written by Base Oil Trade.

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